M6003 Master of Biomedical and Health Science

The course is structured in three parts: Part A. Intensive research preparedness training, Part B. Biomedical theory and Part C. Specialist biomedical research, industry awareness and applications. To progress into Part C, you must complete Part A and Part B with an average mark of 65 or greater. If you do not meet the requirement you will be able to graduate with a Graduate Diploma in Biomedical and Health Science.

Depending upon prior qualifications, you may receive credit for Part A and Part B.

Note that if you are eligible for credit for prior studies you may elect not to receive the credit.

Part A. Intensive research preparedness training

These studies will provide you with intensive training to develop your skills and knowledge in how to locate, critically evaluate and conduct research, and then communicate the findings in verbal, written and combination formats. You will gain theoretical knowledge of research design and methods used in undertaking research with the practical skills to conduct your own research.

Part B. Biomedical theory

These studies enable you to develop and expand your specialist discipline knowledge in key areas of biomedical and health sciences, including biotechnology. It is intended for students whose previous qualification is not in a cognate field, for those who wish to explore the potential for cross-disciplinary research or for those who have not yet committed to a specific discipline area for their research project.

Part C. Specialist biomedical research, industry awareness and applications

These studies comprise your major research project and learning about the application of biomedical sciences in research and industry. It will be taught in three modules:

• Module 1: Industry awareness theory
• Module 2: Research project and thesis
• Module 3: Internship application.

In module 1, you will attend lectures and collaborate in tutorials and workshops to develop an awareness of commercialisation practices and processes for biomedical and biotech industries. In module 2 you will complete a literature review, assist in the planning of a research project, conduct the research project and write a thesis under the direct supervision of a member of the academic staff. In module 3 you will undertake an internship in a research or commercial setting to develop and refine your workplace skills.

Master's entry points

• If you are admitted at entry level 1 you complete 96 points, comprising Parts A, B and C
• If you are admitted at entry level 2 you complete 48 points, comprising Part C

Note: If you are eligible for credit for prior studies you may elect not to receive the credit and complete the higher credit-point options.

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

The course comprises 96 points structured into three parts: Part A. Intensive research preparedness training (24 points), Part B. Biomedical theory (24 points), and Part C. Specialist biomedical research and application (48 points).

• If you are admitted at entry level 1 you complete 96 points, comprising Parts A, B and C
• If you are admitted at entry level 2 you complete 48 points, comprising Part C

Note: If you are eligible for credit for prior studies you may elect not to receive the credit and complete the higher credit-point options.

Units are 6 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Intensive research preparedness training (24 points)

You must complete:

• BMS5001 Introduction to research and research methodology 
• BMS5002 Research skills and techniques 
• BMS5013 Research training: Ethics and integrity, biostatistics and critical thinking 
• BMS5014 Research techniques: Molecular and cellular techniques 

Part B. Biomedical theory (24 points)

You must complete 24 points from:

• BMS5003 Infectious diseases and population health 
• BMS5004 Advanced neuroscience 
• BMS5005 Regenerative medicine and stem cells 
• BMS5006 Cardiovascular biology and disease 
• BMS5007 Biotechnology - Commercialising biomedical science
• BMS5012 Cancer biology and therapeutics 
• BMS5015 Appetite, energy homeostasis and obesity

Part C. Specialist biomedical research and application (48 points)

You must complete:

• BMS5008 Research project and thesis (36 points)
• BMS5009 Industry training and internship (12 points)